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NWSL Power Rankings: Current set league mark with 19th win

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Murphy reportedly set to sign with Boston Legacy for 2026 season

United States women's national team goalkeeper Casey Murphy has agreed to terms with NWSL expansion side Boston Legacy FC, according to ESPN. The 29-year-old goalkeeper will join the Massachusetts-based club for their inaugural 2026 season after completing the current campaign with North Carolina Courage, ending a spell of four years with the club.

Johnson, Ream headline U.S. U17 Women's World Cup roster

U.S. coach Katie Schoepfer has selected the 21-player roster that will represent the country at the 2025 FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco next month, with the squad featuring an three current NWSL professionals. The American team will begin their tournament journey against Ecuador on Oct. 18 before facing China and Norway in the remaining Group C matches.

Angel City FC add NBA star Paul among others to ownership group

Angel City Football Club announced significant additions to their star-studded ownership roster, welcoming NBA superstar Chris Paul, philanthropist Solina Chau, consultant Ina Coleman, and entrepreneur Paul Bernon. The addition of these four accomplished individuals further strengthens the club's unique ownership structure that now includes over 100 investors spanning sports and more.

NWSL Power Ranks: Gift Monday presents Spirit playoff berth

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Mariona Caldentey Aitana Bonmati Alessia Russo split

Ballon d'Or Feminin: Official 30-player rankings revealed

The Ballon d'Or. Love it or loathe it, it's the award every footballer in the world dreams of one day winning. And now, after a memorable 2024-25 campaign, the winner of the 2025 Women's Golden Ball has been announced: Aitana Bonmati. The Barcelona star was exceptional for her club this past year, her world-class consistency standing out as the Catalans won a domestic treble, while her performances for Spain were enough to make her the Euro 2025 Player of the Tournament.

Kansas City become quickest team ever to clinch NWSL Shield

The Kansas City Current have become the quickest team ever to win the National Women's Soccer League Shield after extending their winning streak to 14 matches. The Current beat Seattle Reign FC 2-0 to secure the title with five games to spare in the 2025 season. This was the club's first major trophy since being formed in 2020.

Ballon d'Or Feminin: Could a Lioness lift the Golden Ball?

In the last few years, it's seemed relatively easy to predict the winner of the Ballon d'Or Feminin. In 2025, though, it feels incredibly tricky, especially after England's win over Spain in the European Championship final.

NWSL's Berman seeks extension, supports rolling expansion

When asked about her contract status, NWSL commissioner Jessica Berman stressed she intends to remain in the role, while also announcing a major shift in the league’s expansion strategy. The NWSL will move from fixed application windows to a flexible rolling process, following two rounds of expansion that drew interest from over a dozen ownership groups.

Expansion side Denver Summit at 15,000 season ticket deposits

Denver Summit FC have reached 15,000 season ticket deposits ahead of their inaugural season, the club announced. One of two new NWSL clubs for 2026, the team has already become the quickest expansion franchise to reach 10,000 season ticket pricing, and plan to play their first two seasons at a temporary location.

ESPN expands NWSL coverage with new media rights deal

The National Women's Soccer League has finalized a supplemental media rights agreement with ESPN that expands the network's coverage for the 2026 and 2027 seasons. Under the new terms, ABC and ESPN networks will carry 16 additional regular-season games each year, increasing their total NWSL match coverage from 33 per season.

Louisville's DeMelo 'stable and alert' after collapse in match

NWSL veteran Savannah DeMelo collapsed shortly before half time of Racing Louisville's fixture with Seattle Reign on Sunday, with the match subsequently suspended. She was taken by ambulance to a local hospital, and was "stable and alert" later on Sunday, according to club officials. The 27-year-old has battled Graves disease and hyperthyroidism.

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NWSL Power Rankings: Shaw immediately delivers for Gotham

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Gotham finalize league record $1.25M Shaw signing

The former San Diego and North Carolina midfielder has officially agreed a $1.25M move to Gotham

College Soccer: State of the Women's Game

'Not only way to pros' - Women's college soccer is shifting

Legislation, NIL deals, academies and the elimination of the draft are reshaping the role of colleges in U.S. women's soccer

Germany v USA - Women's Under-23 International Friendly

USWNT star Shaw to join NJ/NY Gotham FC in NWSL record trade

USWNT star Jaedyn Shaw is set to complete an NWSL record transfer to NJ/NY Gotham FC from the North Carolina Courage. The Bats have reportedly agreed to pay a fee of $1.25 million for Shaw, which is more than double the previous record set less than a month ago when the Kansas City Current signed Ally Sentnor.

Chelsea surpass £1m mark in club-record deal for USWNT's Thompson

Chelsea have signed United States sensation Alyssa Thompson before the WSL deadline, paying a club-record fee which surpasses the deal for Naomi Girma.

Transfer grades for the 30 biggest women's deals of the summer

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NWSL Power Rankings: Kansas City Current clinch playoff spot

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Thompson reportedly in talks with Chelsea FC, to miss match

The USWNT star is being held out from Monday night's match with an excused absence, according to the club

WATCH: Rodman surprises Shelton with question after US Open win

The USWNT and Washington Spirit forward unexpectedly took over interviewer duties following Shelton’s straight-sets victory at the 2025 US Open

Portland Thorns make shocking move for Arsenal youngster

Portland Thorns have completed the signing of Arsenal sensation Laila Harbert on a short-term loan deal that will be valid until January. The 18-year-old midfielder, who signed her first professional contract with the Gunners in January 2025, spent the second half of the 2024-25 campaign on loan at Southampton. Harbert has been part of the Gunners' youth system since the age of nine.

NWSL Ranks: Record crowd in the Bay, plus scoring mayhem

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Orlando Pride's Banda placed on season-ending injury list

The Orlando Pride forward will miss the remainder of the 2025 NWSL season with severe hip injury

Bay FC set single-game attendance mark with 40,000-plus fans

The National Women's Soccer League made history Saturday as Bay FC drew a record-breaking crowd

Morgan showcases tennis skills at Stars of the Open event

The USWNT legend demonstrated her athleticism by participating in the celebrity-filled tennis exhibition alongside Coco Gauff

Report: NWSL commish threatens fines following weather delay

A match last week was delayed more than three hours, prompting concerms from players, coaches, executives and the NWSLPA

Orlando Pride makes Ovalle most expensive women's player of all-time

Lizbeth Ovalle has become the most expensive women's player in history, signing for the Orlando Pride from Tigres for a word-record fee of $1.5m (£1.1m).

Why Orlando has made Ovalle the most expensive women's player ever

The Liga MX Femenil star looked set for a move to Europe but instead goes to the NWSL as the most expensive player in the history of the women's game

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Frequently asked questions

Multiple ticketing options are in place for La Liga games, from individual match passes to season tickets and additional hospitality packages.

To purchase La Liga tickets, the most reliable method is to go to the official club websites, where you will then need to navigate to the 'Tickets' section. Tickets are often released a few weeks before each match and you may need to create an account and provide personal information.

If tickets are sold out on official channels or you are looking to secure seats in advance of official release or snap up last-minute tickets, you may wish to consider secondary resale retailers such as StubHub

Yes, In addition, fans can purchase seats at La Liga matches on the secondary market on channels and aggregators such as StubHub. They are legitimate merchants in the resale marketplace and a safe place for fans to buy tickets.

While it’s not essential to become a club member to buy La Liga match tickets, it can make the process much easier. This is particularly true at some of the bigger clubs, such as Barcelona and Real Madrid for example. Getting a membership moves you up the ticket priority order and it also includes other benefits such as welcome gifts, discounted tours and museum admissions. Check specific club websites for more information.

Real Madrid are the most successful Spanish club, with 36 league titles, followed by Barcelona with 28. Barcelona has won the Spanish double (domestic league and cup success in the same season) a record nine times, ahead of Athletic Bilbao's five.

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